Frost & Sullivan Honor AVX With 2008 Global Capacitor Company of the Year Award

AVX receives award from Frost & Sullivan

AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced electronic components and interconnect solutions, has received the 2008 Global Capacitor Company of the Year Award from Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company that empowers clients to create a growth focused culture that generates, evaluates and implements effective growth strategies. The Global Capacitor Company of the Year Award is based on numerous criteria including business development, competitive strategy, customer satisfaction and leadership in the industry.

“The Frost & Sullivan Award for Company of the Year is presented each year to the company that has demonstrated unparalleled excellence within its industry. This year, we happily honor AVX Corporation,” said Frost & Sullivan Analyst Abhigyan Sengupta. “AVX exhibits consistent growth, offers high-quality products, and has a positive social and economic impact on local and national communities. AVX has proven itself as experts in adjusting to market changes by capturing and solidifying market presence, and through execution of innovative strategies within the existing competitive landscape.”

“Receiving the 2008 Frost & Sullivan Award for Company of the Year in the World Capacitor Market shows the value of AVX’s product portfolio and our commitment to serving the needs of customers,” said John Gilbertson, AVX Chief Executive Officer and President.